A City Built On Bones

[Congratulations, Terran survivor #99598, for activating the Universe Assistance System!] Althea, along with the remaining 1% of the population of their home planet, stared at the holographic screen in front of them in confusion. Their galaxy was apparently ending, and suddenly announcements from an alien system appeared in their heads, telling them they would be permanently transferred to another world. The survivors were all very depressed. First, they were forced to survive in a zombie apocalypse, and now they had to survive a new world altogether? It just so happened that Althea was one of the few people who got the Lord Token, the ticket to controlling a territory---a supposed safe haven for her people. Althea looked at her very large stomach and sighed at an unknown future. Would she be able to build a good home for her children and fellowmen? And... would she and her husband find each other again after this disaster? #Apocalypse, #Josei, #Romance, #BeautifulFL, #HandsomeML, #PowerCouple, #Infrastructure, #MagicSpace, #KingdomBuilding, #Adventure, #Pregnancy, #Game Elements, #System #LitRPG ____ Now an E-BOOK~! Please rate, ne? WILL HELP US OUT SOOO MUCHH~! Book 1: AMAZON: https://a.co/d/hy7Rocr GOODREADS: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/203724162-after-surviving-the-apocalypse-i-built-a-city-in-another-world (Latest) Book 7 Amazon link: https://a.co/d/bceWSq0 It would be awesome to get your ratings in Goodreads, as well! https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/210710079-after-surviving-the-apocalypse-i-built-a-city-in-another-world if you can, please rate the succeeding books as well. Thank you soooo muchhhh Alterans! ____ READERS LOUNGE NOW OPEN~! (Readers ONLY please!) https://discord.gg/w8qKw2yaNK

Synopsis Two youths with different characters got entangled when one of them decided to become a primary school teacher after she left her rich life behind her. While trying to find herself a home of her own without putting in much effort because a place of her own with people that love her for herself just seems hard to find. Until she met the man that made her realize home is not just a building or the familial love everyone talked about. Home is being somewhere you are free to be yourself while getting the silent support you always deserve. He is a hardworking man that's trying to make a simple living without being burdened by the wealth of his family. Far from home with nothing but hope for a better future for himself and the lazy young lady who he met by who knows what. Will they be able to find the happiness they both wanted or will it all go up in flame. Only the home they tried to build themselves will tell.

Suffering the machinations of family, Remus is sent to the newly built border city of Greltheaven. A place filled with opportunities but also dangers. If it had been up to him, he would have stayed in the safety of the empire, slowly building his business as he had planned, but he did not have a choice, either go to the dangerous city or live a mediocre life. Which he is not willing to do. Swearing revenge, he packed his bags and moved to Greltheaven, a city of great dangers and fortune. ... A brothel is not an easy business to run, much less get success, but since fate had so kindly decreed it upon him, he will not only run the brothel but will make it immensely successful. He had plans, big plans for it; he only hoped the city would remain standing long enough to turn his small business into an empire. … There will be 5 Chapters a week, from Monday to Friday.

Mutants, are people who have awakened their dormant genes which allows them to access their unique abilities, out of fear for these mutants humanity locked most of them in an underground environment called the umbra. Clyde wilson, is a citizen of the umbra whose life has been turned upside down after taking up a secret traditional mantle within his family.

In a future where technology and magic intertwine, power and betrayal rule the world. Lin Yuan is a man driven by a singular purpose: revenge. Years ago, his father, a brilliant scientist who bridged the gap between magic and technology, was brutally murdered. Lin Yuan was left with nothing but a cryptic message and a burning desire for justice. Now, as a young man, Lin Yuan embarks on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth behind his father’s death. His search leads him to the Covenant of Shadows, a secret society of elites who control forbidden knowledge and wield dark power. At the heart of this conspiracy lies a mysterious artifact—the Core—a device capable of unlocking unimaginable power, one that was at the center of his father’s research. But the truth comes at a price. As Lin Yuan delves deeper into the shadows, he finds himself caught in a game of betrayal, where every ally may become an enemy, and every choice could cost him more than he’s willing to sacrifice. With the Covenant closing in, Lin Yuan must decide whether to embrace the darkness within him in order to destroy his enemies or risk losing everything he holds dear in the pursuit of justice. The Core of Shadows is a tale of power, revenge, and moral ambiguity. A gripping blend of sci-fi and fantasy, it explores the lengths one man will go to uncover the truth—and the cost of doing so. With a world built on secrets and lies, Lin Yuan must navigate a treacherous path where alliances shift, and the line between hero and villain blurs. In this high-stakes battle, Lin Yuan must face the ultimate question: How far will he go to avenge his father?

The invincible strongman who roams through the city by day and night, a supreme soldier king that moves across the urban landscape.

The so-called destiny is nothing but unwarranted shackles. If one wishes to break through the Milky Way and march forward with determination, it is never too late.

Hello, I`m Ian, they call me a stray, I don`t have a permanent home in this city of dirt or we call now the City of Erebus. And of course, this city is dangerous, because at night lots of shadowy figures will come out of nowhere to hunt you. And of course, eat you and become one of them. Me, I just hang around in the streets and save some people who are almost devoured by this shadow figure or who we call the black mass. One day my life change, when someone let me join to their organization called the DARK LIBERATOR.

Life in the City changes like the wind moving through its skyscrapers; you start your morning with a cuppa Joe at your favorite café, and end your night in a bloody shootout with a bunch of gangsters. You never know what you're gonna get when you open your eyes every day. Roger knew this, which is why he tried to commit his life to one of the mundane. All he needed was a little bit more stirring in the quicksand to finally get onto dry land, and he could finally put his work behind him for good. Maria, a shark in a sea of sharks, fights her own battles as she tries to secure a seat on the corporate elevator, maybe drawing too much attention to herself in her hunger. If you live in the City, you adapt. Or you die.

Eldrid is a city unlike any other, where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur. The city’s inhabitants live in a delicate balance with the ancient forces that permeate their world. At the center of this balance is the Whispering Stone, a powerful artifact that holds the city’s deepest secrets and the key to its survival. The story follows Liora, a young historian with a thirst for knowledge and a knack for uncovering hidden truths. Liora has always been fascinated by the legends of Eldrid, but when she discovers a forgotten manuscript in the city’s grand library, she finds herself drawn into a web of intrigue and danger. The manuscript speaks of a prophecy that foretells the return of an ancient evil, one that could destroy Eldrid and plunge the world into darkness.

Diego, a young and aspiring musician from the quiet countryside, arrives in the bustling mountain city of Baguio with nothing but his guitar and a heart full of dreams. Unexpectedly, due to unforeseen circumstances, he finds himself in a new place—a small apartment—offered to him by a newly found friend who saw his potential. There, he unexpectedly becomes housemates with three men who are as different as they are driven: a passionate filmmaker, a freelance painter with big ambitions, and a corporate worker longing for freedom. As Diego navigates the challenges of pursuing his music career, he finds himself immersed in a world he never knew existed—one filled with late-night rooftop conversations, the thrill of first love, and the bittersweet sting of failure. Together, the four roommates form an unlikely bond, sharing laughter, heartbreak, and hope as they chase their dreams against the backdrop of Baguio’s enchanting night skyline. This is a story of rediscovering oneself, navigating the complexities of love and identity, and confronting the harsh realities of money and ambition. "Dreams Above the City" captures the essence of youth, the pursuit of passion, and the unbreakable connections that shape who we are.

A demon named makeshift has hidden potential, as if fate was with him. However dealing with the dangerous realm that is hell, makeshift struggles with many burdens of being a demon.

When old gamer, constantly unlucky, Theodore 'Ted' Moore starts playing the new VR game, he understands the luck can be a double edged sword. Will he prevail against the world to secure his place or will he break and become a servant? Can a single man truly stand against rich and powerful? Entry for Contest. Please give your valuable feedback to make the story better.

When investigative journalist Emma uncovers a web of corruption surrounding Devereaux Industries, she finds herself at odds with the company's charismatic CEO, Lucas. As they engage in a battle of wits, their mutual attraction ignites, threatening to compromise Emma's integrity and Lucas's empire. Torn between their passion and their principles, they must confront the darkness of their pasts and the secrets that bind them. Will their love be the catalyst for redemption, or will it succumb to the corrupt forces that surround them?

"City's Grip" In a city where shadows breathe danger and trust is a currency few can afford, Samira battles to escape the chains that bind her to its merciless streets. Juggling a dead-end job and a debt she didn’t ask for, her one shot at freedom lies in a dangerous alliance with Malik—a smooth-talking hustler with secrets as heavy as the duffel bag he drags her into carrying. But when a drop-off goes awry and Samira finds herself hunted by unseen forces, she realizes Malik’s plan is far more dangerous than he let on. As the city’s grip tightens, she must outwit criminals, corrupt officials, and even those she thought she could trust. The city doesn’t let go easily. And for Samira, escape may mean sacrificing more than she ever imagined.

[My WSA 2024 Entry novel! Please vote] Yōta's day went from normal to "What the heck?!" faster than you can say "isekai." One moment, he's an average sixteen-year-old playing video games in his room; the next, he's in the body of a scrawny boy named Sol, right in the middle of a raging war. "Fuck, fuck, fuck! I'm gonna die! AGAIN!!" he screamed. This wasn't anything like those fantasy novels he had read of where the hero gets cheat powers and a cushy life as a noble. Nope, Yōta was stuck in the body of a weakling with zero abilities, no powerful physique, and on a battlefield to boot!

One quiet night, Luke Lorence awoke in terror to find his room filled with golden strings, eerily suspended above him. Instinctively, he dodged their touch, convinced they were part of a sinister attempt to control him. As he delved deeper into the mystery of the strings, he discovered that the city he lived in concealed a dark secret, and the people he thought he knew were not who they appeared to be. The truth is... the city is nothing but a stage—a play—a Marionette City!

During a zombie outbreak, as the city falls, Qian Zhenzhen stumbles upon a dilapidated cottage during her escape and unexpectedly binds with a inn management system. Moss and ivy cover the outer walls, the rotting wooden door creaks, and crows screech on the rooftop. Looking at the bird droppings and crawling insects everywhere, Qian Zhenzhen is completely puzzled: ...this is a inn? [Business Preparation (1): Renovate the Inn] [Please gather the following items as soon as possible:] [Wood (0/10)] [Stone...] [Metal...] Qian Zhenzhen's eyes immediately catch the reward—[58 Sweet and Juicy Strawberries]. Tears of joy stream down her face as she rolls up her sleeves and gets straight to work! Add new rooms, beds, cabinets, tables and chairs... Harvest green onions, rice, sweet potatoes, carrots... Build defensive fortifications, resist zombie attacks... When those who have escaped with their lives, exhausted survivors arrive here, they'll discover that even in this apocalyptic world, there exists such a paradise-like base, with a vibrant garden full of flowers, well-stocked warehouses, and impenetrable defenses. For a reasonable payment, the people here will offer warm smiles and perfect accommodations, allowing them to enjoy rare moments of peace and tranquility. Welcome, Inn Manager. Here, you'll need to expand and decorate your rooms, recruit and train your staff, receive and serve wandering travelers... You can establish and plan farms, ranches, lumber yards, quarries... stockpile resources and become self-sufficient! Come create your own unique base and build a paradise that represents hope for humanity!

Yin, a charming teenager with a passion for video games, suddenly finds himself trapped in a game world known as Parallel City. Here, he must navigate a competitive landscape filled with powerful players. Given the chance to choose his abilities and level up, Yin quickly realizes he’s outmatched and seen as weak by others. Determined to prove his worth, he throws himself into battles, striving to gain new skills and abilities. With each fight, he seeks to rise above the challenges and earn respect in a city where strength reigns supreme. Will he become the hero he dreams of, or will he remain just another low-level player?

we follow a boy called Kai as he lives life in a city where everybody is allowed to enter but not everybody can leave

In the vastness of existence, where the magical and the mundane intertwine, where a skeleton - intricately connected bones - collide, we find ourselves on a journey unlike any other. It begins in a world of creaturely fantasies and seductive contradictions. At the centre of it all is Bones, a lowly, weak skeleton who possesses something special: perception. Tired of the monotonous existence of his skeletal brethren, of endless decay and hundreds of years spent in the damp, dark underground. Driven by a deep desire to discover the meaning of a real life, Bones ventured out into the world outside, a chaotic world of humans, a world full of joy, excitement and sadness... And then his path crosses with Lealia, an aristocratic girl on the run from a forced marriage and the stifling bonds of her aristocratic family. Their shy meeting forms the basis of an extraordinary relationship, a testament to the power of self-discovery and the beauty of a unique love. Together they will uncover conspiracies, face formidable enemies and fight to protect their own identities. Prepare for a story that perfectly blends dark humour with philosophical reflection, a tale where the mundane meets the magical, and an unlikely but deeply moving love story. It is a journey to find the meaning of life, the desire for freedom...

When young Auriel tragically meets his end, he awakens to a bizarre reality on the distant planet of Warkinels. Reincarnated as a necromancer tree, he finds himself immersed in a world governed by a real-life game system, where every creature is relentlessly striving to level up and gain strength. Unfazed by his peculiar transformation, Auriel embraces his new identity and sets out on a singular quest: to ascend the ranks and become the most powerful being in the Warkinels. With each encounter, he absorbs the life force of fallen creatures, enhancing his own abilities and expanding his necromantic influence. As Auriel delves deeper into the intricacies of Warkinel’s game system, he discovers hidden mechanics and exploits that allow him to accelerate his progression. Along the way, he forms alliances with fellow adventurers and clashes with rival factions, all vying for dominance in the ever-shifting landscape of Warkinels. Driven by an insatiable thirst for power, Auriel navigates treacherous dungeons, battles formidable foes, and unearths ancient artifacts that augment his necromantic prowess. But with each victory comes greater challenges, as rival players and malevolent forces seek to thwart his ascent. As Auriel rises through the ranks of Warkinel’s hierarchy, he becomes a force to be reckoned with, feared and respected by all who dare to oppose him. Yet, amidst his quest for supremacy, he must grapple with the moral implications of his actions and confront the darkness that lurks within his own heart. Arboreal Ascendance is a riveting tale of ambition, sacrifice, and the pursuit of power, as one boy's journey from death to rebirth leads him on an epic quest to conquer the game of life itself.

REBORN AS A SKELETON! Scammed and abandoned, Sean Jackson died a miserable death. But death wasn't the end, it was just the beginning. Reborn as a skeleton in a dark forest, Sean finds himself in a world where the undead are revered; nobles in a twisted hierarchy. Now, with nothing to lose and power he never had in life, Sean sees his chance to take everything the world denied him. (A/N: This story explores dark and mature themes including slavery, trauma, and the depths of lust and ambition. Reader discretion is advised.) ps. Discord server: https://discord.gg/fNvBMyEdzg